one of two pairs of officials elected by the Roman people every year. They were responsible for hearing evidence and giving judgment in court.

aediles

One of two pairs of officials elected by Romans every year to manage the local government. They were responsible for supervising the public markets, the police force, the baths, places of public entertainment, the water supply and sewers. It was their duty to see that the public services were efficiently run and the local taxes spent wisely.

fautores

political supporters

candidus

dazzling white

praefectus

a special officer appointed to run the affairs of the town. This position replaced the duoviri under Nero.